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Sports Bet Announces Its 2025 UK Betting Calendar – A Full‑Year of Premier Sporting Action
As the winter snows start to melt across the UK, the sporting calendar for 2025 is taking shape and Sports Bet is ready to ride the wave. In a recent release on Sporting News, the betting giant unveiled its “2025 UK Betting Calendar,” a handy guide that details every major event—from football and rugby to cricket, horse racing, golf and tennis—that will be on offer throughout the year. Below is a concise yet comprehensive look at what bettors can expect, along with the key dates and markets that Sports Bet will feature.
1. Football: The Heartbeat of UK Sports
Football remains the cornerstone of the UK betting market, and 2025 promises an even richer calendar than before.
Date | Event | Competition | Key Markets |
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12 Aug 2025 | Premier League kicks off | Premier League | First‑to‑Finish, Over/Under Goals |
17 Mar 2026 | FA Cup Final | FA Cup | Winner, Total Goals, Correct Score |
18 Mar 2026 | Community Shield | FA Community Shield | Winner, Over/Under Goals |
28 Jun‑12 Jul 2026 | Champions League | UEFA Champions League | 1st & 2nd Leg Winner, Total Goals |
1–10 Sep 2025 | European Qualifiers | Euro 2028 Qualifiers | Match Result, Goalscorer |
14‑30 Oct 2025 | England internationals | International Friendlies | Match Result, Over/Under Goals |
Premier League & Cup Action
The 2025–26 Premier League season will start on 12 August 2025, featuring all 20 clubs. Sports Bet will roll out a broad range of markets, including over/under goals, correct score, and first‑to‑finish bets on each fixture. The FA Cup is set to conclude on 1 May 2026, with a focus on final outcomes, total goals, and live‑action markets.
International Fixtures
England’s calendar for 2025–26 will see six international fixtures, with a particular emphasis on the European qualifying cycle for Euro 2028. Sports Bet will offer match‑result and over/under markets, with special promotions around each game day.
2. Rugby Union & Rugby League: Six Nations & World Cups
Rugby fans will find plenty of action in 2025, with both the Six Nations and the Rugby League World Cup on the horizon.
Date | Event | Competition | Key Markets |
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6 Mar–21 Apr 2025 | Six Nations | Six Nations | Winner, Points Total |
15–20 Oct 2025 | Rugby League World Cup | Rugby League | Match Result, Top Try‑Scorer |
5–10 Sep 2025 | England v New Zealand | Rugby Union | Match Result, First Try |
Six Nations
The 2025 Six Nations will run from early March to mid‑April. Sports Bet will feature classic markets—match winner, total points, and over/under—alongside in‑play opportunities.
World Cup & International Tests
The Rugby League World Cup in October will bring a host of betting options, from match winners to player‑specific goals. England’s test against New Zealand, slated for 5 September, will see live markets such as the first try scorer and overall match result.
3. Cricket: Ashes, County, and International Calendar
For cricket aficionados, the 2025 calendar is packed with domestic and international fixtures.
Date | Event | Competition | Key Markets |
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7‑28 Oct 2025 | The Ashes | Ashes Series | Series Winner, Total Wickets |
11 Feb‑10 Mar 2025 | County Championship | County Championship | Match Result, Individual Runs |
20‑25 Apr 2025 | England v Australia | International Test | Test Winner, Match Result |
Ashes 2025
The much‑anticipated Ashes will run from 7 to 28 October 2025, featuring a full slate of markets such as series winner, total wickets, and over/under runs.
County & Tests
Sports Bet will cover the County Championship throughout its season and will offer live markets for England’s Test series against Australia in early April.
4. Horse Racing: From Royal Ascot to the Grand National
Horse racing remains one of the most popular betting arenas in the UK, and 2025’s calendar is no exception.
Date | Event | Venue | Key Markets |
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5‑9 May 2025 | Royal Ascot | Ascot | Winner, Trifecta, First 4 |
5‑7 Jun 2025 | Cheltenham Festival | Cheltenham | Winner, Full Field |
25 Apr 2025 | Grand National | Aintree | Winner, First Three |
Royal Ascot & Cheltenham
Royal Ascot’s five‑day gala in early May will see a wide range of markets—winner, trifecta, and full‑field—while the Cheltenham Festival’s jump racing will focus on winner and full‑field bets. Sports Bet will also feature in‑play action for the Grand National, with a particular emphasis on the first three places.
5. Golf: From The Masters to The Open
Golf lovers can look forward to a year of major championships, each offering a host of betting opportunities.
Date | Event | Location | Key Markets |
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6‑9 Apr 2025 | The Masters | Augusta | Winner, Total Score |
25 Apr‑8 May 2025 | U.S. Open | Pebble Beach | Winner, Over/Under Par |
5‑8 Jul 2025 | The Open | Royal Liverpool | Winner, 1st Handicap |
16‑19 Aug 2025 | PGA Championship | Atlanta | Winner, 1st 5 Shots |
Major Championships
Sports Bet will provide a full array of markets for each major, including winner bets, over/under score, and various player‑specific propositions. The 2025 Open Championship, held at Royal Liverpool, will be a highlight, with markets like the first handicap and total score.
6. Tennis: Grand Slams & ATP/WTA Tours
The 2025 tennis season brings four Grand Slam events and a host of ATP and WTA tournaments.
Date | Event | Surface | Key Markets |
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20‑23 Jan 2025 | Australian Open | Hard | Winner, Over/Under Sets |
10‑23 Mar 2025 | French Open | Clay | Winner, Match Winner |
7‑20 Jun 2025 | Wimbledon | Grass | Winner, Over/Under Matches |
29 Aug‑11 Sep 2025 | US Open | Hard | Winner, Over/Under Games |
Grand Slams
Sports Bet will offer a full range of markets for each Grand Slam, from match winner and sets played to live‑action betting on specific points. In addition to singles, there will also be doubles and mixed‑doubles markets.
7. Other Sports & Special Promotions
Beyond the core sports, Sports Bet’s 2025 calendar also includes:
- Basketball – EuroLeague and the NBA season, with live betting on game point spreads.
- Motorsport – Formula One Grand Prix weekends, offering over/under lap times and winner bets.
- Cricket World Cup – In the summer, a host of markets for the ICC Cricket World Cup.
- Special Promotions – Sports Bet frequently runs theme‑based promotions around key events, such as “FA Cup Final Bonanza” or “Grand National Free Bets.”
Why This Calendar Matters
A well‑structured betting calendar allows punters to plan their betting strategies months in advance, ensuring they won’t miss out on major events. It also highlights the breadth of Sports Bet’s offerings—spanning from everyday football fixtures to the world’s biggest sporting spectacles. By publishing its 2025 calendar, Sports Bet is signalling that the upcoming year will be full of opportunities for both seasoned bettors and newcomers alike.
Looking Ahead
While the calendar covers the full spectrum of UK sports, the betting landscape is ever‑changing. New tournaments may be added, and existing ones may shift dates. Sports Bet encourages fans to keep an eye on its website and the Sporting News for updates and detailed betting guides.
In short, whether you’re into the high‑octane world of Premier League football, the gritty appeal of the Grand National, or the precision of a Masters golf tournament, Sports Bet’s 2025 UK Betting Calendar promises that you’ll have a seat at the table for every moment of excitement. Stay tuned, keep betting responsibly, and let the games begin!
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